Assistantships are a form of paid academic employment in which students receive tuition reimbursement for the tasks they perform for faculty members, departments, or colleges. At the University of Washington, there are three types of graduate student assistantships: Academic Student Employees (ASEs), which include the above mentioned graduate student assistantship positions, are covered by the UAW/UW Academic Student Employee union contract. The union contract governs policies and procedures for appointments, salary, job definitions and leave time. You are encouraged to familiarize…
2026-27 nomination deadline: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at noon (12 p.m. PT). The Graduate School Presidential Dissertation Fellowship assists Ph.D. candidates in the final stages of writing their dissertations. The 2026-27 Dissertation Fellowship is offered with the support of the University President and includes one quarter of UW state tuition and fees, GAIP insurance, and a stipend at the Predoctoral TA II rate (currently $3,621 per month). Each unit listed at the end of this announcement may submit ONE nominee. Eligibility Application…
Four UW graduate students received Fulbright Fellowships for the 2021-2022 year, with awards to teach and conduct research in Taiwan, Israel, Portugal and Nepal. Bringing their expertise in bioengineering, education, immunity and epidemiology, the UW awardees look forward to learning from and working with their new institutions. During the 2020-2021 academic year, the UW was named a top Fulbright producer. The Fulbright awards this year were especially competitive, with limited spots caused by the pandemic. UW graduate and professional students and alumni can…
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The GSEE Graduate Excellence Award (GEA) is a three-quarter merit-based research assistantship that will be awarded to individual departments based on departmental efforts around inclusion and belonging (see details below). This award aims to assist departments in recruiting, developing and supporting a unique community of graduate scholars across graduate programs at the University of Washington with emphasis on promoting rich, culturally responsive educational opportunities. This award is not open for student applications. If you are a student and have questions about this award,…
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is the largest U.S. exchange program offering opportunities for students and young professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and primary and secondary school teaching worldwide. The program awards more than 2,100 grants annually in all fields of study, and operates in about 140 countries worldwide. All students and recent alumni are encouraged to consider this great opportunity, whether as part of your academic program or outside of it. UW DEADLINE: August…
2026-27 application opens February 17. Deadline: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at noon (12 p.m. PT). Apply via MyGrad Program through the ‘Request Award’ > ‘Request New Award’ links. The Gatzert Child Welfare Fellowship is a one-quarter fellowship awarded for the writing of a doctoral dissertation that contributes to the lives of children with disabilities. The Gatzert Fellowship includes one quarter of UW state tuition and fees, GAIP insurance, and a stipend at the regular Predoctoral TA II rate (currently $3,621 per month). The…
Financial Ability Requirement After You’re Admitted English Language Proficiency Test Options Demonstration of English proficiency is required of all non-native English speakers. Applicants who do not meet the minimum required score will not be considered for admission. We do not offer conditional admission. These specific English Language Test scores are the only versions accepted for admission to the Graduate School. Other tests or versions do not qualify. New TOEFL iBT (Effective Jan 21, 2026) TOEFL iBT TOEFL MyBest Duolingo Academic IELTS…
Below is a selection of helpful funding advice videos from both students and staff. These videos were produced by Graduate School staff or as part of our U501, the Graduate School’s online orientation program, which is open to all current and incoming graduate students (after confirming enrollment) with a valid NetID.
We understand graduate students from diverse perspectives and experiences may face unique challenges securing funding assistance and paying for graduate school. The Graduate School and GSEE are committed to suppporting graduate students from diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every aspect of graduate education, including academic, financial, professional and social support. We work with various partners to ensure graduate students admitted to the University of Washington are given ample opportunity to succeed. The Graduate School maintains information on how to pay for graduate school to…